Hydroponics
 | Vermiculite and wick system Hydroponics When it comes to hydroponics, everything revolves around the growing media. Sand is the traditional one used for many centuries, but nowadays it was proved that it does not that much good. Rockwool is said to be the one that can facilit ... |
 | Salt build-ups Hydroponics One of the most commonly found problems in the hydroponic system is that of salt blockages. Usually, salt and minerals are present in the nutrient mixture you fed your plants on. This means that the salt will start gathering when the grow ... |
 | Rockwool growing media Hydroponics In a hydroponic system, the growing media is very important. This is due to the fact that it provides stability to the plants and it allows proper drainage. This is a different technique than the one in which the roots are put directly in the nut ... |
 | What is pumice? Hydroponics A popular growing media for hydroponics is the one called pumice. Pumice is obtained from foam of volcanic glass. All around the world this material is used for sustaining the growing of the plants, for providing the proper aeration and ... |
 | pH and hydroponics Hydroponics When you are talking of pH levels, you usually relate to alkalinity and acidity. Those two are crucial for a hydroponic system and can make the difference between success and failure. If in a pH measurement you get the number 7 this ... |
 | How to improve the ebb and flow system Hydroponics The ebb and flow hydroponic system is one of the easiest ways of growing hydroponically. It is cost-effective and resistant. The principle used is the following: a small container is filled with growing media in order to provide stabili ... |
 | Hydroponic reflective surfaces Hydroponics A problem that comes up with aquaponics and hydroponics is the fact that there might be cases in which the light available is not enough. Using growing lights is a must, but what shall you do when those give light only to a small portion of ... |
 | What is higromite? Hydroponics Have you heard of higromite? It seems it makes its way towards the top of hydroponic growing media. Higromite represents a mineral rock that has a silica base. It is a natural substance that can do wonders for your hydroponic system. ... |
 | Hydroponic garlic Hydroponics Hydroponic garlic is a bit tricky to grow due to the fact that it has special requirements. One of the disadvantages is that it comes with a big odor that it is hard to stand. Both roots and the final crops have it, which means you will ... |
 | Hydroponic corn Hydroponics Corn is the particular hydroponic plant that grows very high. Usually gardeners tend to opt for growing small plants that do not extend too much. Corn is that type of plant that needs extra support in the growing medium in order to stay ... |
